S. Costoulas comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -13.5 to 26.0, with at least one match where S. Costoulas was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.7/10, leaving S. Costoulas vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

C. Paquet comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Matches have been close throughout — average DS of +0.5 with a downward trend. C. Paquet is winning on the scoreboard but not pulling away. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.5/10, leaving C. Paquet vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.